Ghana: Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report

  |   Attaché Report (GAIN)   |   GH2021-0011

The 2020 FAIRS report provides up to date information on the regulations and procedures for the importation of food and agricultural products to Ghana. A link to access the specific labeling requirements for baby foods has been provided. Effective Jan 02, 2020, all FSIS export certificates accompanying these products must be signed by a FSIS veterinarian, and the veterinary degree (DVM or equivalent) indicated after the signature.

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